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Active holidays for over 50s

Travel actively, independently and at your own pace

Your 50s are no time to slow down. They're an opportunity to travel differently - with more time to explore, more freedom to choose your own pace, and the experience to appreciate the places you visit. Our active holidays for over 50s combine rewarding walking, scenic rail journeys, hand-picked hotels and authentic local experiences.

They're self-guided, so there’s no group to keep up with and no fixed itinerary to dictate your day. Just carefully planned journeys, beautiful places and the freedom to enjoy them your way.

Being active doesn't have to mean pushing yourself to the limit. Perhaps you want to spend your morning walking through vineyards before stopping for a leisurely lunch. Maybe you'd rather explore a historic city by rail, then spend a few days walking between villages. Or perhaps you want a gentle coastal walk followed by a swim and a good dinner. With Inntravel, you choose the pace.

Our self-guided holidays give you the freedom to decide when to set off, where to stop and how much time to spend exploring. We take care of the planning and practicalities, while you enjoy the journey.
  • Hand-picked hotels
  • Detailed route notes
  • 24/7 support
  • Tried & tasted restaurants
  • Perfectly planned

Active holidays, your way


  1.png  Walking holidays
Explore beautiful landscapes on foot, from gentle coastal paths and rolling countryside to more challenging mountain trails. Our self-guided walking holidays give you the freedom to set your own pace, stop for a coffee or lunch along the way, and take time to enjoy the places you pass through. Choose from easy-going walks, hotel-to-hotel adventures and more challenging routes, with your luggage transferred ahead to your next hand-picked hotel.

2.png  Rail journeys
See more of Europe without spending your holiday behind the wheel. Our rail journeys connect historic cities, beautiful countryside and fascinating regions, allowing you to discover several places in one trip while enjoying the scenery along the way.

Combine independent exploration with carefully planned rail travel, characterful hotels and plenty of time to discover each destination at your own pace with our carefully curated notes.

Walking holidays
Journeys by rail


More than just walking

Expert recommendations

Some of Europe's finest rail journeys

See more of Europe without spending your holiday behind the wheel. Our rail journeys connect cities, countryside and coast, with travel between destinations becoming part of the experience.

Short breaks
Experience a short walking or city break, with all the things that make an Inntravel holiday special.

Holidays for foodies
A good day's walking deserves a good meal. Discover regional food, local wines, family-run restaurants and characterful places to stay.

History and culture
Take time to explore historic towns, ancient landscapes and fascinating local traditions.

Nature and wildlife
Walk through landscapes where the journey itself is the reward – from coastal paths and vineyards to mountains and peaceful valleys.

Where would Inntravel recommend for an active holiday over 50?

FAQs

  • An active holiday is simply a holiday that gets you out and about, rather than keeping you beside the pool. It could be a self-guided walking holiday, a city break by rail, a winter adventure, or a combination of walking, sightseeing, food and culture. The right holiday depends on what you enjoy and how active you want to be.
  • Absolutely. Our holidays are designed for independent travellers who enjoy exploring at their own pace. With a choice of walking grades, destinations and holiday styles, you can choose an itinerary that suits your interests, fitness and the kind of experience you’re looking for.
  • Our walking holidays range from easy-going routes to more challenging itineraries, so you can choose a holiday that matches your fitness and experience. An active holiday could be a gentle walk through the countryside just as easily as a more demanding mountain route.
  • There are plenty to choose from. Walk between villages and hotels, explore a region by rail, discover historic cities, combine walking with food and wine, or enjoy a holiday focused on nature and culture. You can choose the type of activity and destination that appeals to you.
  • Yes. We offer a range of easier walking holidays with gentler terrain and manageable daily distances. These are ideal if you enjoy being outdoors and exploring on foot, but prefer a more relaxed pace. You can find our gentle walking holidays here: Gentle walking holidays.
  • Yes. Self-guided holidays are particularly well suited to couples who want to explore together without being tied to a group itinerary. You can walk, explore and enjoy each destination at your own pace, with plenty of opportunities to stop for lunch, sightseeing or simply enjoy the surroundings.
  • Yes. Our self-guided holidays can be enjoyed by solo travellers as well as couples and friends. You'll have the freedom of independent travel, while we take care of the practical arrangements and provide support during your holiday.
  • On our hotel-to-hotel walking holidays, we arrange for your main luggage to be transferred between your hotels. This means you can enjoy the day's walk carrying just what you need.
  • Start with what you want from your holiday. Consider how much walking or activity you'd like, your fitness and experience, whether you'd prefer to stay in one place or travel between destinations, and whether you'd like to focus on nature, food, culture, cities or scenery. You can then use our walking grades and holiday information to find an itinerary that suits you.
  • What makes a centre-based walking holiday without a car so appealing is that carefree feeling: you needn’t pack and unpack every day or two, and don’t have to worry about driving on foreign roads. Head out from the door or make use of local transport and/or taxis to access the walks, following our route notes at your own pace.
  • Detailed route notes, 24/7 customer support and tailored travel arrangements. Our routes have varying difficulty levels, from the length of the route to ascent/descent and terrain.

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